1989 BMW 850 vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, both 1989 BMW 850 and 1989 Dodge Daytona were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 119 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 1989 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 850 | Daytona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |